Is it true that the DJI Pocket 4 camera is banned in the USA? Just a few months ago, we saw that the DJI Pocket 4 camera received FCC approval for being sold in the United States of America. It has already received FCC approval, so why has it been banned or is it not available in the United States of America? In this article, we will try to find out the exact reason why the Pocket 4 camera is still not available despite FCC approval, and at the same time, the best alternatives that you can buy right now.
The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 has launched globally with impressive upgrades, but US customers cannot buy it through any official channel.
Let’s see what DJI has recently said officially about the status of the Pocket 4 in the United States of America.
DJI’s Official Statement on US Availability
DJI confirmed directly: “The Osmo Pocket 4 will not be available in the US market at launch due to pending FCC authorisation.”
This quote comes from DJI spokesperson Daisy Kong and was reported by PetaPixel, PCMag, The Verge, Newsshooter, and others in mid-April 2026.
lSO, that’s really a weird thing that even after the approval of the Pocket 4 camera, even after having the registration of the Pocket 4 camera, qualifying all the rules just in time, and most importantly, the Pocket 4 is not a drone. Despite these facts, the Pocket 4 camera still faces issues when used in the United States of America, according to DJI sources. The FCC that was granted to Pocket 4 is now showing as pending. We don’t know the exact reason this was done, since it technically cleared the FCC before the ban.
Why the DJI Pocket 4 Is Blocked in the US
In December 2025, DJI was added to the FCC’s Covered List due to national security concerns. New products from companies on this list now face near-impossible hurdles for FCC equipment authorization – the mandatory approval needed to legally sell any device with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or radio transmitters in America.
The Osmo Pocket 4 is the first major DJI consumer camera to be caught by these stricter rules after the cutoff window closed.
Current Retail Situation for American Buyers
As of April 27, 2026:
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- Major US retailers, including B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon, and Best Buy are not stocking the DJI Osmo Pocket 4.
- Grey-market or third-party imports carry real risks of customs delays, seizure, or no warranty support.
What This Means for US Content Creators and Photographers
If you are in any state of America and planning to buy the Pocket 4 camera, obviously, it’s not a good time for that purchase, but again, we do have alternatives.
Either you can wait for the Insta360 Luna, or we have the previous-generation Osmo Pocket 3, which remains fully available, well supported, and an excellent choice for most vloggers and creators.
Xtramus is now fully compatible with the DJI wireless mic and is available at a lower price point, featuring the exact same core specs as the Pocket 3.
Can You Personally Import the DJI Pocket 4?
Technically, yes — US customs generally allow individuals to bring back up to three units for personal use when traveling abroad. However, you will receive no US warranty, official repairs, or software support, and there is always a risk with non-FCC-authorized wireless devices.
The Ongoing DJI Lawsuit Against the FCC
DJI is actively suing the FCC, arguing that the Covered List process was flawed and lacked specific evidence of a security threat. The lawsuit is still in progress with no quick resolution expected. Until the courts or policy changes, new DJI products with wireless features are effectively blocked from the US market.
Recommendation for newcamera.com Readers in the USA
For now, stick with the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 — it is widely available, proven, and remains one of the best pocket gimbal cameras you can actually buy in America today. We will monitor the FCC situation and the ongoing lawsuit closely and update this article the moment anything changes.
The article “DJI Pocket 4 Banned in the United States” was written by thenewcamera.com team on 7:35 am, Monday, 27 April 2026, Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | You can also follow us on Our Official Social Media Handles FACEBOOK | TWITTER | INSTAGRAM > get live news — > DJI Rumors
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